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British playwright Mike Bartlett, born in 1980, takes up the legacy of London’s swinging 60s in his play Love Love Love currently running in a sharp, well-acted production at Studio Theatre.

Next up for the Ruskin Group Theatre, two shows in tandem – John Colella’s An Extraordinary Ordinary Man and Paul Linke’s It’s Only a Show!, both opening January 13, 2024. Got the chance to ask Ruskin’s producing artistic director Michael Myers a few questions on Ruskin’s current shows and early beginnings.

Flipping the script on the notion that puppet shows are for children, Blind Summit's latest show The Sex Lives Of Puppets is a thought-provoking portrayal of modern lust, love and everything in between.

The Martha Graham Dance Company presents their Spring 2024 New York Season, featuring Graham masterworks, a new 'Rodeo,' and a New York premiere by Jamar Roberts. Don't miss this celebration of American legacies at New York City Center from April 17-20, 2024.

A long-time collaborator with Charles Nelson Reilly, Paul Linke has co-written It’s Only a Show!, performing as the popular comedian in his one-man tribute to Charles Nelson Reilly. This solo show directed by Edward Edwards opens January 13, 2024 at the Ruskin Group Theatre, 5pm curtain, in tandem with John Colella’s An Extraordinary Ordinary Man at 8pm. Paul managed to find some time before starting tech to answer a few of my queries.

Join in at the Drama Book Shop for their January events. See who is taking part!

Rebecca Pidgeon just released the 'Everybody Learning to Fly' EP, celebrating it with a video for the title track. The other songs on this release are the first single 'Cry' and 'Big As The Sea.' The songs on this album, composed with long-time writing partner David Batteau, grow out of Pidgeon's fascination with filmmaking.

Andy Grotelueschen will replace the previously announced Jacob Ming-Trent for the first major New York presentation of Maltby & Shire’s new musical, The Country Wife at Red Bull Theater.

Altogether, with the show’s eye-popping look, energetic choreography, top-notch cast, and story that hits the spot this holiday season, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever is a blast for the whole family.

Matt Chait’s A Family Business world premieres November 17, 2023, at the Hudson Mainstage Theatre (with previews November 15th and 16th). Brian Shnipper directs the cast of Eric Stanton Betts, Alli Brown, Michelle Jasso, Lindsay G. Merrithew, Bruce Nozick and Julie Pearl. I had the chance to throw out a few questions to Matt, the playwright and man integral to Los Angeles Theatre history.

Queer|Art has revealed the winner of the 2023 Illuminations Grant for Black Trans Women Visual Artists. Find out who received this prestigious award.

The smash jukebox tribute Scissorhands - A Musical Tribute returns with an all-new, immersive staging opening December 1, 2023, at The Bourbon Room (with previews starting November 24th). This hilarious parody of the 1990 classic film Edward Scissorhands features their unique take on such pop hits as: What Was I Made For, Dream On, Uninvited, Like a Prayer, I'm Every Woman, Shallow, Shake It Out, and Fast Car. Scissorhands’ playwright Bradley Bredeweg directs the vocally gifted cast of: Jordan Kai Burnett, Emma Hunton, Dionne Gipson, Natalie Masini, Ryan O'Connor, Carly Casey and Alex Ellis; with Carson Higgins, alternating with John Krause. Jordan cut some time out of their busy schedule to answer a few of my queries.

Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival is thrilled to unveil Full Circle as winner of the Grand Prize in the 2023 Banff Mountain Film Competition. Full Circle is both an unblinking examination of the challenges of life after spinal cord injury and a celebration of the opportunity for growth that such a tragedy can present.

THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER: THE MUSICAL returns to First Stage! Get ready for a heartwarming holiday show filled with laughter and joy. Don't miss this festive production.

The Drama Book Shop presents a series of events featuring new theatrical literary works by authors and playwrights. Join them for inspiring discussions and celebrations of the power of American theater. Reserve your seat on their website.

First Stage has announced that THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER: THE MUSICAL returns to the Marcus Center's Todd Wehr Theater this holiday season after its smash-hit run in 2018.

Early Music Vancouver and Vancouver Chamber Choir join forces for a holiday performance of Handel's 'Messiah.' Featuring Canadian and international soloists, this collaboration promises to be a baroque masterpiece.

Announcing The Extreme Music Awards - Get the latest news on the upcoming Extreme Music Awards, celebrating the best in extreme music. Find out who's nominated and stay tuned for the winners! Assembling the team of RadioRadioX, Capital Underground, That Fuzzing Rock Show and 518Scene.com set the wheels in motion.

Duran Duran releases their sixteenth studio album, 'Danse Macabre,' featuring brand new songs and covers of Billie Eilish, Talking Heads, The Rolling Stones, Siouxie and the Banshees, and more. The album also includes collaborations with former band members and producers.

Get the latest news on Red Bull Theater's upcoming production of THE COUNTRY WIFE, featuring an incredible cast including Nicholas Christopher, Carson Elrod, Eddie Korbich, Kristolyn Lloyd, Jacob Ming-Trent, Brad Oscar, Jelani Remy, and Lauren Worsham. Don't miss this one-night-only event.

The entire cast is stellar, but Evan Lomba is extraordinary as a Donkey like no other!

Full casting has been announced for 'BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL' at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts. Find out who will be bringing Carole King's story to life on stage.

Get ready for the second installment of the 'Let's Celebrate' holiday opera series in Boston! This annual event features four 20-minute operas that explore the intersection of identities, including gender, race, culture, LGBTQ, and religion.

LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS & McCOY RIGBY ENTERTAINMENT announce full casting for the second show of its 2023-2024 “Soundtrack of Your Life” season, the Southern California regional theatre premiere of the Tony Award-winning, BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL.

Go inside the complete history of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth's Merrily We Roll Along, playing at Broadway's Hudson Theatre now!